The mysterious pain condition fibromyalgia raises many questions for those affected: Why me? Where do these tormenting pains come from? Why this anxiety, insomnia, exhaustion, and frustration? Why don't people believe me? Why are many doctors so helpless? How am I supposed to manage everyday life, work, and family? Is there a way out of the labyrinth of pain and discomfort? What really helps? This compact pocket guide briefly presents the current state of knowledge about fibromyalgia and answers the most important questions. It provides information on symptoms and possible causes and explains how to recognize and treat fibromyalgia. Additionally, you will find a compilation of therapy and self-help concepts that contribute to coping with the pain condition, questionnaires and checklists, as well as the most important contact addresses in the information service section.